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This case involved an applicant who alleged her termination constituted discrimination under Labor Code section 132a. The applicant argued her employer terminated her due to her permanent and stationary industrial injury, especially after withdrawing a modified duty position without an interactive process. While a prima facie case was established, the defendant successfully rebutted the claim by demonstrating no available permanent positions accommodated the applicant's work restrictions. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, affirming the employer had a legitimate business reason for termination and the applicant failed to provide contradictory evidence.
PENNY VERDIN vs. HEALDSBURG SENIOR LIVING, LLC, dba, HEALDSBURG SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY, CARE WEST INSURANCE is a workers' compensation case decided in Santa Rosa. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Santa Rosa.
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This case involved an applicant who alleged her termination constituted discrimination under Labor Code section 132a. The applicant argued her employer terminated her due to her permanent and stationary industrial injury, especially after withdrawing a modified duty position without an interactive process. While a prima facie case was established, the defendant successfully rebutted the claim by demonstrating no available permanent positions accommodated the applicant's work restrictions. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, affirming the employer had a legitimate business reason for termination and the applicant failed to provide contradictory evidence.
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